Blacktown, NSW introduces stormwater harvesting scheme to counter droughts and water access issues

Blacktown, NSW Stormwater Harvesting Scheme Water Access

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The harvesting system gathers and filters stormwater from Angus Creek as well as hard surfaces at the Blacktown International Sportspark. Three storage ponds with floating wetlands receive water via an existing irrigation system. Solar-powered pumps transfer water in excess of the park's needs into reserve ponds. Blacktown City Council does not need to allocate additional funds for operations with water sales covering ongoing expenses.

Parks and Recreation Water & Wastewater Infrastructure Water Resiliency

Blacktown, NSW

City in New South Wales

Australia

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Angus Creek Stormwater Harvesting Scheme Case Study

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Angus Creek Stormwater Harvesting Scheme - Bettina Tan

Full water savings for stormwater harvesting scheme | Utility Magazine

Maintaining an elite sporting facility requires significant amounts of water for irrigation, with Blacktown City Council needing a sustainable water source.

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